trotsky2 Posted September 28, 2002 Report Share Posted September 28, 2002 I saw one post in the archives and was wondering if it is still the case now. What is the timeframe on getting a marriage visa for the US? The one post said about 12 months from start to finish. Whata ya'll reckon? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lopburi3 Posted September 28, 2002 Report Share Posted September 28, 2002 There are two types. One before marriage and one that you obtain after marriage. Most people have reported the before marriage 'financee visa' is somewhat faster but the real time required seems to be determined more by the INS center you have to use that anything else. Times have run from about three months to a year. But believe most average less than six-eight months if everything is in order and done in a timely manner. Am sure someone can post recent experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 28, 2002 Report Share Posted September 28, 2002 Take a look at www.shusterman.com then go to the processing times for the center that has jusridiction for your residence. If you're not sure where that is take a look at www.ins.usdoj.gov Also remeber that although it may be quicker to get your spouse, or soon to be spouse, over on a non-immigrant visa that once here then adjustment of status has to take place which demending on where you live could be another year or two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 28, 2002 Report Share Posted September 28, 2002 Based on the recent experiences of some mates from the US 8 months is a reasonable time for processing of a fiancee visa. Once in the US though the girl cannot leave for 2 years so if there's any sick buffaloes or dead moms back home in that time then tough, she leaves she loses the visa and you have to start again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 28, 2002 Report Share Posted September 28, 2002 >> Once in the US though the girl cannot leave for 2 years so if there's any sick buffaloes or dead moms back home in that time then tough, she leaves she loses the visa and you have to start again. This is not correct. It is likely to take 2 years for her to get permanent resident status (green card), but even while her application for change of status is pending she can quickly (75 days) obtain "Advance Parole" which is permission to travel outside the country for short visits. The only case where it would not be safe for her to travel under Advance Parole is where she was out-of-status at the time she applied for the change of status. If the INS officer at the port of entry is aware of that condition he will refuse entry. Khun Pad Thai Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HSTEACH Posted September 29, 2002 Report Share Posted September 29, 2002 K-1 visa... approximately 4-8 months.K-3 visa....approximately 6-8 monthsI-130.......approximately 6-8 months.Processing times are really out of wack now since 9/11. The K-1 used to be 3-5 months. The K-3 (Life Act) was supposed to be the shortest, although processing times for those nonimmigrant visas are really dragging on. The I-130, which used to be the only way to bring a legal wife before the K-3 was introduced, seems to have actually been shortened in processing time. Like a previous poster said, it really depends in which state you live in the US. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HSTEACH Posted September 29, 2002 Report Share Posted September 29, 2002 Forgot to add, the embassy in Bangkok does a remarkable job in issuing visas involving marriage. They are not to blame for all the delays. Although some may disagree, they are very efficient and very fair. Most complaints about the embassy involve those who have not been approved for B2s ( visitor's visas). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThaiHome Posted September 30, 2002 Report Share Posted September 30, 2002 Are you a resident of Thailand? If so, you are eligible to file a DCF (look it up, try Doc Steen http://k1.exit.com/) of for marriage visa. I have seen this done in less the 5 weeks in Bangkok. Give the paperwork to INS in Bangkok and the same week they approve, get interview from Consulate in 4 weeks, visa issued same day. This is pre 9-11 and pre police certificate requirement for Thailand. Understand the FBI checks are taking longer these days. TH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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